Audi A8 and S8 trim levels explained
By CarWhere Research · Updated
The 2027 Audi A8 comes in two versions: the A8 L 55 TFSI at $95,100 with a 335-hp 3.0L V6, and the S8 at $130,000 with a 563-hp 4.0L twin-turbo V8, both before $1,395 destination. Both use quattro and an 8-speed Tiptronic. Audi's US pricing lists only the long-wheelbase A8 L and the S8.
Current A8 and S8 trim levels: A8 L / S8, refreshed (2022–present)
Audi refreshed the A8 and S8 for 2022 with sharper styling. For 2026 it folded the Luxury package into a new Executive plus package, and for 2027 the cars carry over with new 21-inch Black optic wheels; the S8 gains standard heated rear seats.[1][2][3]
| Trim | Base MSRP (2027, USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| A8 L 55 TFSI | $95,100excl. $1,395 destination; 2026 price also $95,100 |
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| S8 | $130,000excl. $1,395 destination |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.
Previous A8 and S8 trim levels: A8 L / S8 at the 2022 refresh
At launch of the refreshed 2022 cars, Audi priced the A8 L 55 TFSI at $86,500 and the S8 at $116,900. Prices rose to $92,000 and $125,300 by 2025.[4][5]
| Trim | Base MSRP (2022, USD) | Engines | Key standard equipment |
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| A8 L 55 TFSI | $86,500excl. $1,095 destination |
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| S8 | $116,900excl. $1,095 destination |
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MSRP excludes destination unless noted. "—" means we could not confirm the price from an Audi pricing source.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Audi A8 trim levels?
Audi sells two versions rather than Premium/Prestige trims: the A8 L 55 TFSI ($95,100 for 2027) and the S8 ($130,000). Equipment is added through packages such as Executive plus and Black optic.
What is the difference between the A8 and S8?
The A8 L 55 TFSI uses a 335-hp 3.0L V6; the S8 uses a 563-hp 4.0L twin-turbo V8. Both have quattro and an 8-speed Tiptronic automatic.
Is there a short-wheelbase Audi A8 in the US?
Audi's 2022–2027 US pricing lists only the A8 L (long wheelbase) and the S8.
What changed on the 2026 A8?
Audi combined the former Luxury and Executive packages into a single Executive plus package and added Daytona Gray as an A8 L color.
Sources
Prices and equipment are as published by Audi for the model year shown; trim content changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.
- Audi advances digitalization, Driver Assistance features, and packaging simplicity across model year 2027 lineup (Jul 8, 2026; updated Sep 9, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
- Audi 2026 lineup launches with Audi Signature Care Scheduled Maintenance included on all models (Aug 21, 2025; updated Aug 3, 2026) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
- 2027 Audi A8 / S8 Technical Specifications (PDF) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
- Refreshed 2022 Audi A8 and S8 deliver space for progress through sharpened design and enhanced technologies (Feb 15, 2022) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
- Audi updates 2025 model lineup with streamlined trim selections, compelling option packages, and extended included connected services (Jul 10, 2024) — Audi of America (media.audiusa.com)
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